14 Online Business Review Sites You Should Be Monitoring

According to Alyssa Gregory, small business information expert online business review sites can be a small business owner’s best friend, but only if these sites are monitored regularly. It is vital to keep an eye on what your customers are saying about your business as part of your overall online reputation management plan, and online review sites are an important part of that process.

SBA Webinars

Keep current by attending some Small Business webinars.  The majority are available online for free.  You can limit your search by entering your zip code.  Click here for a list of SBS's calendar of upcoming webinars .
 

How to Write a Small Business Marketing Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Check out this great article and video on How to Write a Small Business Marketing Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide By Alyssa Gregory       

                       

 

 

 

Need Information for Starting a Business in Okaloosa County?

The Economic Development Center of Okaloosa County provides a basic guideline of information you will need to begin a business in Okaloosa County.   For additional information or requirements you can contact the appropriate agencies.

Florida Trend's Business 2015 Opportunity Guide

Check out the new 2015 Business Florida Opportunity Guide contact listing from Florida Trend Magazine. 

Economic Development Contacts

Multi-county economic development organizations are listed first, followed by Enterprise Florida’s official primary partner (indicated by *). Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) members representing cities and counties are also listed. For information about Enterprise Florida, visit www.eFlorida.com; for FEDC, visit www.FEDC.net.

Small Business Administration's Social Media Marketing

SBA Getting Started with Social Media Marketing

Google's Matt Cutts gives tips to small business owners

Social Media Marketing Basic For Small Business - Facebook

Check out Alyssa Gregory's Articel on: A Marketing Guide for Small Business Startups

Tips and Resources for New Small Businesses Getting Started with Marketing By Alyssa Gregory

Marketing is one of the most important parts of any small business, and it's especially important for startups. An effective marketing plan and being able to identify the marketing activities that have the highest return on investment can often be the difference between a startup that thrives and one that dwindles.
If you are in the process of starting a new small business and are ready to get your feet wet with marketing, this collection of articles will help you plan, implement and develop effective marketing techniques.

Facebook Pages for Business

Top 6 Reasons You Need a Facebook Page for Your Small Business

By Alyssa Gregory

It's becoming increasingly apparent that social media is here to stay, at least for the foreseeable future. Small business owners who use social networking sites effectively are able to promote their businesses in powerful ways.  (Click on the link above to read Alyssa Gregory's article.)

LIVE Webinar: Google Analytics Beginners: How to measure your homepage design and success

Free Webinar!

June 3, 2014 | 10:00 am PST - 12:00 pm PST

Webinar

Before you tackle a website redesign, use Google Analytics to determine what components of your current website are a success and which need a makeover. In this webinar learn how to: Decipher ...

For other free small business online webinars you can access go SBA events.

Starting a Small Trades Business in Okaloosa County

If you are thinking about or in the process of starting a small trades business in Okaloosa County make sure you are licensed and registered.  You can go to the Okaloosa County's Growth Management website for more information.

What the Healthcare Law Means for your Florida Small Business

What the Healthcare Law Means for your Florida Small Business

Self-Employed? Sign Up For 2014 Health Care Coverage by March 31st

Self-Employed? Sign Up For 2014 Health Care Coverage by March 31st

Starting a Small Business in Okaloosa County?

If you are thinking about starting a small business in Okaloosa County, you may need a business license or permit.  You can find out here:Okaloosa Business Licenses and Permits